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The History & Heritage Of Northern England – Widnes
The first recognisable recording of the township of Widness appeared on early maps in 1577.
The History & Heritage Of Northern England – Keswick
Although Keswick is a small town, with a permanent population of less than 5,300, the settlement has existed for centuries, if not millennia.
Rudolf Hess: A Murder Case Solved? Part Two
Recently released British government files take us a step closer to solving the mystery of the murder of 93-year-old Rudolf Hess. Part 2.
Rudolf Hess – A Murder Case Solved? Part One
Recently released British government files take us a step closer to solving the mystery of the “suicide” or murder of 93-year-old Rudolf Hess.
The History & Heritage Of Northern England – Hexham
There is little recorded about the town we now call Hexham before the Anglo-Saxon period.
History & Heritage Of Northern England – Clitheroe
Clitheroe sits within the modern borough of Ribble Valley and is overshadowed by the striking landscape dominated by the looming presence of Pendle Hill.
History & Heritage Of Northern England – The Wirral
The Wirral has a long history and within its limited geography encompasses a number of small towns and villages
History & Heritage Of Northern England – Ancient Graffiti
Ancient graffiti unearthed at Roman Vindolanda in Northumberland leaves no doubt as to what one Roman thought of another!
The History and Heritage of Northern England – Bishop Auckland
In the years of the Industrial Revolution, Bishop Auckland grew in industry and importance, but its roots lay in the ancient past.
The History and Heritage of Northern England – Hadrian’s Wall
Some readers of this series might consider that the town of Barrow in Furness is an odd choice to choose
for inclusion...